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El-Sayed Drops Piker Amid Rising Pressure | Dayton News
Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed is cutting ties with streamer Hasan Piker amid mounting pressure over Piker’s controversial past, including anti-American, antisemitic, and misogynistic remarks. El-Sayed now calls Piker an “irrelevant influencer” and will no longer campaign with him, following warnings from activists and bipartisan calls to distance himself. The move underscores the political risks of aligning with figures whose histories clash with mainstream values — and signals El-Sayed’s effort to protect his image as he navigates a volatile election landscape. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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